For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 580 students in Gilford, NH.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Gilford, NH are Gilford Elementary School and Gilford Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gilford, NH public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the New Hampshire public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Gilford have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Hampshire public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Hampshire public elementary school average of 19% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Gilford, NH (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gilford Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
76 Belknap Mountain Rd.
Gilford, NH 03249
(603) 524-1661
Gilford, NH 03249
(603) 524-1661
Gr: K-4 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Gilford Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
72 Alvah Wilson Rd.
Gilford, NH 03249
(603) 527-2460
Gilford, NH 03249
(603) 527-2460
Gr: 5-8 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Gilford, NH?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Gilford, NH include Gilford Elementary School and Gilford Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Gilford?
2 public elementary schools are located in Gilford.
What is the racial composition of students in Gilford?
Gilford public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Hampshire public elementary schools average of 19% (majority Hispanic).
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